l Published on April 14, 2026

The latest issue of a Korean tourist getting overcharged by a taxi driver in Cebu City showed that the government can actually move fast. A show cause order was issued immediately. No delays, no excuses. Just action. In this case, justice clearly ran on a priority lane—swift, visible, and uncompromising. Now, ask yourself: how often do ordinary Filipinos get the same treatment?

The answer is painfully obvious.

When it comes to regular Filipinos; complaints drag on for months, investigations stall, they are ignored, and violators continue their abuse with impunity. Filipinos scream for fairness, yet nothing changes. The system protects foreigners but treats locals as an afterthought.

This is not just frustrating—it’s purely unacceptable. The law exists and the penalties are clear. Overcharging, fraud, abuse—these are punishable offenses. Yet enforcement for Filipino citizens moves at a snail’s pace. Meanwhile, foreigners get protection, fast action, and accountability, all to maintain the country’s image abroad.

We cannot continue to accept this double standard. Justice should never run on a priority lane reserved for foreigners—it must run equally for every Filipino, regardless of identity. Authorities must act immediately, enforce the law consistently, and make sure violators face real consequences.

Filipinos have already done their part. They have reported, complained, and demanded accountability. The problem is not silence from the people—it is inaction from the government. So tell us: if justice moves fast for foreigners, when will it ever reach us?

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